Dr. Suzanne Popp DDS - Composite Fillings


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Suzanne Popp, D.D.S.

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	Composite Fillings

		When smaller areas of decay or old worn silver fillings are present, tooth colored filling material can be used. Composite resin material has been used in the mouth for over 20 years. Decay, old filling material or unsupported material is removed first. Like bonding, the tooth is cleaned and etched. Then a clear adhesive is applied and finally the material is placed into the tooth and cured with a white light gun. Usually these restorations are used on smaller restorations. If the area to be restored is too large, a Porcelain inlay or onlay or crown would be used.

Treatment Time: Usually 30 minutes to an hour is needed. Additional time should be allowed for more than one tooth or if extensive treatment is needed.

Patient Maintenance: Care in biting hard objects to avoid fracturing. Fluoride treatments once per year are recommended along as well as daily flossing and brushing.

Results of Treatment: Composite resin tooth colored materials work extremely well for smaller restorations.

Average Range of Treatment Life Expectancy: Five to ten years. Life expectancy is directly related to problems with gum tissue, fracture, and the danger of decay.

Cost: Approximately $200 to $400 per tooth.


		Advantages: Tooth colored restoration One appointment No mercury Bonded to the tooth

	Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry Suzanne Popp, D.D.S. 1010 8th Street Coronado, CA 92118 619.435.4444


Disadvantages: Can fracture Requires anesthesia Can have transient sensitivity Comfortable bite may be more difficult to achieve

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